The Arthur McGee Collection can be found in Lots 1 – 18. The collection includes 45 garments and ensembles designed by Arthur McGee (1933-2019), and an archive of personal and business records. A true trailblazer in the fashion world, McGee was the first African American to run the design room of an established Seventh Avenue apparel company in New York City. He was a highly influential designer and has inspired generations of designers through his talent and mentorship. This collection honors the legacy of Arthur McGee and exemplifies the elegant and innovative designs for which he became renowned. The net proceeds of the collection’s sale will benefit a scholarship for emerging fashion designers from Arthur McGee Legacy, LLC.

This lot contains three ensembles.

THE FIRST
Brown wool top with crew neckline, long sleeves, and cream knit bands; paired with matching brown pants with center leg pleat.
Label: Arthur McGee N.Y.C.
Size Label: Not labeled

Approximate Measurements:
TOP
Shoulders: 19"
Chest: 38.25"
Waist: 36"
Hips: 29.5"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 24.75"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32.5"

PANTS
Waist; 27"
Hips: 34"
Length (side waist band to hem): 40"
Inseam: 29.5"

THE SECOND
Dark purple knit top with multicolored flecks throughout, bateau neckline, and long sleeves; paired with matching pants with elastic waist band and hems.
Label: Unlabeled, attributed to Arthur McGee
Size Label: Not labeled

Approximate Measurements:
TOP
Shoulders: 17.25"
Chest: 44.75"
Waist: 39.75"
Hips: 42"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 22.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 34.5"

PANTS
Waist; 38.75"
Hips: 37.5"
Length (side waist band to hem): 38.75"
Inseam: 30.5"

THE THIRD
Black wool top with crew neckline, long sleeves with button details, and black knit trim; paired with matching black wool skirt.
Label: Arthur McGee N.Y.C.
Size Label: Not labeled

Approximate Measurements:
TOP
Shoulders: 17.75"
Chest: 36.75"
Waist: 35.25"
Hips: 30.25"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 22.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 28.5"

SKIRT
Waist: 37"
Hips: 42.25"
Length (side waist band to hem): 28.5"